The Detroit Tigers will face the Houston Astros on Oct 2, at 2:32 p.m. in Game 2 of the AL Wild Card series. The game will be held at Minute Maid Park in Houston, TX, and broadcast on ABC. Detroit’s money line is +151, while Houston’s is -178. The forecast predicts a clear sky with a high of 82°F. Stay tuned for MLB odds and updates.
Tigers vs. Astros Pregame Odds (10/02/24)
MLB odds for the upcoming game between the Tigers and Astros suggest a lean toward the Astros. Sportsbooks show varying money lines, with the Astros being the favorites. The over/under is consistently set at 7.5 across all MA sportsbooks, indicating a moderate-scoring game.
- DraftKings: Astros -180, Tigers +150, over/under 7.5
- FanDuel: Astros -174, Tigers +146, over/under 7.5
- Caesars: Astros -178, Tigers +150, over/under 7.5
- BetMGM: Astros -175, Tigers +145, over/under 7.5
Odds are subject to change for the Tigers vs. Astros.
Tigers vs. Astros projected starting lineups today
Tigers starting lineup
- CF Parker Meadows (L)
- DH Kerry Carpenter (L)
- RF Matt Vierling (R)
- LF Riley Greene (L)
- 2B Colt Keith (L)
- 1B Spencer Torkelson (R)
- 3B Jace Jung (L)
- SS Trey Sweeney (L)
- C Jake Rogers (R)
Astros starting lineup
- 2B Jose Altuve (R)
- RF Kyle Tucker (L)
- DH Yordan Alvarez (L)
- 3B Alex Bregman (R)
- C Yainer Diaz (R)
- SS Jeremy Peña (R)
- 1B Victor Caratini (S)
- LF Mauricio Dubón (R)
- CF Jake Meyers (R)
Projected lineups and injuries are Sportsdata.io
Tigers vs. Astros probable starters for Wednesday
The stats for the starting pitchers today are from the regular season.
| Starters | W-L | ERA | WHIP | K% | BB% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (DET) Tyler Halton (L) | 7-2 | 2.19 | 0.78 | 21.5% | 4.7% |
| (HOU) Hunter Brown (R) | 11-9 | 3.49 | 1.27 | 24.2% | 8.1% |
Tigers vs. Astros Injuries for Wednesday
Tigers: Javier Báez (SS) and Alex Faedo (RP) are out for the season. Tarik Skubal (SP) is probable with cramps.
Astros: Kendall Graveman (RP), Lance McCullers Jr. (SP), Ben Gamel (RF), and Cristian Javier (SP) are out for the season. Tayler Scott (RP) is on the 15-day injured list.
Team standings and stats for today’s game
Detroit Tigers Team Stats
The Detroit Tigers had a season record of 86-76, placing them third in the AL Central and sixth in the league. Their batting average stands at .234, with 162 home runs and 76 stolen bases. Their ERA is 3.63, and they have accumulated 1,354 pitching strikeouts. In their last ten games, they have won 7 and lost 3, currently on a two-game losing streak. In their Wild Card Game 1 win against the Astros, they secured a win with a score of 3-0, hitting 10 times, including 8 singles and 2 doubles, and achieving a batting average of .286. These stats are for the regular season.
- Runs per game: 4.2
- Team average: .234
- Team home runs: 162
- Team stolen bases: 76
- Team ERA: 3.63
- Team pitching strikeouts: 1354
Houston Astros Team Stats
The Houston Astros held an 88-73 record, leading the AL West and ranking fourth in the league. They have a batting average of .262, with 190 home runs and 93 stolen bases. Their ERA is 3.75, and they have 1,479 pitching strikeouts. In their last ten games, they have 6-4, currently on a two-game winning streak. They lost their recent matchup against the Tigers, scoring 0 runs while allowing 10 hits, including 8 singles and 2 doubles, and striking out 10 times. The stats are from the regular season.
- Runs per game: 4.6
- Team average: .262
- Team home runs: 190
- Team stolen bases: 93
- Team ERA: 3.75
- Team pitching strikeouts: 1479
Player Stats for Tigers vs. Astros
The Tigers and Astros feature key players that could impact the game’s MLB odds. Detroit’s Jake Rogers and Parker Meadows have shown consistency, while Houston’s Yordan Alvarez and Alex Bregman are notable for their recent performances. Recent news includes Tyler Holton and Hunter Brown starting Game 2 for their respective teams, with Justin Verlander absent from the Wild-Card series roster.
Tigers leaders ahead of today’s game
Riley Greene leads the Tigers in multiple categories, including home runs and RBIs. Zach McKinstry is notable for his stolen bases. Detroit’s top performers will be crucial in the game.
- AVG Leader: Riley Greene .262
- HR Leader: Riley Greene 24
- RBI Leader: Riley Greene 74
- Runs Leader: Riley Greene 82
- SB Leader: Zach McKinstry 16
Astros leaders ahead of today’s game
Yordan Alvarez stands out for the Astros with impressive batting average and home run stats. Jose Altuve leads in runs and stolen bases. Houston’s top players will influence the MLB odds significantly.
- AVG Leader: Yordan Alvarez .308
- HR Leader: Yordan Alvarez 35
- RBI Leader: Yordan Alvarez 86
- Runs Leader: Jose Altuve 94
- SB Leader: Jose Altuve 22
